Andrea Popa Email & Phone Number

Oradea, Bh, Ro

Appleton, Chicago, Guadalajara, Neenah And Oradea.

As the Human Resources Business Partner for Global Sustaining Services (SRV), I serve as the strategic liaison between Human Resources, Manufacturing (MFG), and the Sustaining Services leadership team. In this role, I provide HR guidance and support to ensure alignment with business goals, while having matrix leadership responsibility for HR team members across key locations, including Appleton, Chicago, Guadalajara, Neenah, and Oradea.My focus is on driving talent management, organizational development, and leadership coaching to strengthen teams and foster a high-performance culture. I work closely with leadership to implement HR strategies that support employee engagement, talent retention, and operational efficiency across multiple regions. Additionally, I oversee the development of HR initiatives aimed at improving cross-functional collaboration, supporting workforce scalability, and maintaining compliance with global HR policies.

Oradea, Bihor, România

Oradea, Bihor, România

Oradea, Bihor, Romania

Villers-Bocage, Normandie, France

As part of my internship at IAE University for my Master's thesis, I completed an Internship Program where I managed the recruitment process and facilitated the onboarding of new employees. I established partnerships with temporary staffing agencies to meet staffing needs and monitored key performance indicators to evaluate the effectiveness of HR operations. Additionally, I oversaw the implementation of on-the-job training programs, collaborated with line managers to validate training and track contract durations, and developed training processes for various departments to enhance organizational capabilities.

Cluj County, Romania

• Served as the HR Manager for a startup company, building the team from the ground up to 250 employees.• Developed and implemented HR and safety policies tailored to the local market.• Created and updated HR procedures in alignment with group policies.• Defined the organization's culture, mission, and values.• Partnered with management to enhance the employee experience through strategic HR practices.• Established a management development program for new managers and mapped essential skills.• Designed career development offerings for entry-level staff, focusing on key competencies.• Collaborated with headquarters on high-quality internal communications and presentations.• Continuously evaluated the effectiveness of management and employee development initiatives.• Oversaw HR audits and served as a contact for local authorities.• Managed headcount and recruitment processes, ensuring compliance with labor laws.• Led the development and implementation of compensation, benefits, and reward programs in line with group policies.• Organized internal and external events, including career fairs and team-building activities.

Oradea, Romania

• Collaborated with management to drive strategic business outcomes.• Provided HR support, addressing inquiries and grievances.• Built partnerships with leadership, offering coaching to enhance team performance and manage workforce issues.• Developed workforce planning strategies aligned with organizational objectives.• Created internship programs for student talent development.• Organized internal and external events, including career fairs and conferences.• Coordinated learning and development programs to enhance employee skills.• Managed the recruitment process and facilitated new employee integration.• Oversaw internal communication, marketing, and training initiatives.• Championed employee engagement initiatives and handled HR administration.World Class Manufacturing Activities:• Contributed to the People Development Pillar and maintained a suggestion database.• Organized recognition events and WCM meetings.• Implemented instant rewards and led weekly meetings for employee suggestions.

Bihor County, Romania

As a Trainer at Fundatia Alternativa, I led the Creative Entrepreneurship Program, which engaged 210 teenagers from 7 educational institutions from Oradea.The program aimed to develop entrepreneurial thinking, teaching skills such as business creation, strategic thinking, and ethics, while fostering creativity and confidence.• Organized and delivered training sessions on team management, communication, conflict resolution, and time management.• Developed tailored training materials and monitored participant progress to ensure alignment with program goals.• Collaborated with management to customize the curriculum and continuously improve training effectiveness.• Created an engaging and supportive learning environment that encouraged participation and skill development.

Bihor County, Romania

• Recruited, interviewed, tested, and selected candidates to fill vacant positions.• Served as a strategic business partner to all managers, collaborating to enhance the employee experience through effective banking procedures and product offerings.• Identified training needs and proposed solutions to enhance performance for a workforce of 150 employees.• Recommended training programs to be incorporated into employees’ development plans.• Monitored and assessed staff knowledge and skill levels, providing ongoing feedback for improvement.• Developed course content aimed at enhancing both professional and behavioral skills.• Organized and managed training activities, coordinating logistics such as training rooms, tools, and audio/visual materials while adhering to budgetary constraints. Prepared necessary reports related to training and expenses.• Delivered training sessions, both in-person and remotely, in accordance with the annual training plan.• Conducted workshops and facilitated training sessions to support employee development.• Provided continuous coaching to employees within the territorial network to enhance overall performance.• Contributed to the development of evaluation forms to assess ongoing training effectiveness and knowledge retention among network staff.

Bihor County, Romania

• Promoted and sold banking products and services tailored to individual customers, including credit and debit cards, current accounts, deposit accounts, and loans, while ensuring adherence to quality standards and providing guidance on product usage.• Conducted pre-scoring assessments and verified customer documentation to ensure compliance and accuracy.• Executed account-related operations, including account openings and deposits.• Monitored and reviewed daily transaction reports for accuracy and compliance.• Analyzed and prepared loan applications, ensuring thorough evaluation and documentation.• Conducted site visits to assess applicants and gather necessary information.• Supported the credit committee by preparing and presenting loan files for approval.• Promoted loan programs and actively participated in meetings with partners to drive business growth.• Managed secretarial tasks and primary accounting functions for the office to ensure smooth operations.

Master 2 Human Resource Management, Human Resources Management

Master’S Degree, Managing Regional Affairs, Master Economic Sciences Faculty

Bachelor’S Degree, Economic Sciences - Human Resources Management

Socrate Scolarship, 3Rd Year Student, Economic Sciences

Master'S Degree, Business Administration